Australia announce their squads for the upcoming white-ball tour of India, featuring three ODIs starting on 19 October and a five-match T20I series that begins on 29 October. The ODI squad includes 14 players, while the T20I squad has 15.
Starc Returns to ODI Squad
Left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Starc returns to the ODI squad after recovering from injury. His inclusion adds experience to Australia’s pace attack, alongside Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Ellis.
Labuschagne Dropped, Renshaw Included
Australia’s ODI squad sees a notable change with Marnus Labuschagne missing out due to poor recent ODI form. Matt Renshaw has been included in his place after strong domestic performances. Labuschagne remains focused on Test cricket, particularly the upcoming Ashes series.
Captaincy
Regular captain Pat Cummins is still recovering from a lower-back injury, so Mitchell Marsh will lead both the ODI and T20I sides during the India series.
Australia ODI Squad vs India
Mitchell Marsh (capt), Xavier Bartlett, Alex Carey (wk), Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Mitchell Owen, Matt Renshaw, Matthew Short, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa
Australia T20I Squad vs India (First Two Matches)
Mitchell Marsh (capt), Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Owen, Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa
Focus on Depth and Player Workload
Cricket Australia’s selection reflects a balance between experience and testing emerging talent. Senior players like Starc, Head, and Zampa provide stability, while Renshaw, Owen, and Bartlett get opportunities at the highest level.
The series will help Australia assess squad combinations and player readiness ahead of upcoming ICC tournaments, including the 2026 T20 World Cup.
